NR 103 TRANSITION TO THE NURSING PROFESSION
FINAL VERSION 2 2025 NR-103 ACCURATE REAL
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS PLUS
RATIONALES| GUARANTEED PASS | LATEST
UPDATE | CHAMBERLAIN UNIVERSITY
1. What is the primary purpose of the Nursing Process?
A) To organize patient care and promote critical thinking
B) To complete paperwork efficiently
C) To ensure the nurse follows the doctor’s orders exactly
D) To document the patient’s history only
Answer: A) To organize patient care and promote critical thinking
Rationale:
The nursing process is a systematic, patient-centered approach that guides nurses
through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation to
provide effective care. It promotes critical thinking and decision-making tailored
to each patient's needs, not just completing paperwork or blindly following
orders.
,2. Which of the following is the best example of therapeutic communication?
A) "You’ll be fine, don’t worry about it."
B) "Tell me more about how you’re feeling today."
C) "Why didn’t you take your medication?"
D) "I don’t have time for that now."
Answer: B) "Tell me more about how you’re feeling today."
Rationale:
Therapeutic communication involves open-ended questions, active listening, and
empathy to support patients emotionally and encourage sharing. Option B invites
the patient to express feelings. The other options either dismiss concerns or use
judgmental tones.
3. A nurse recognizes that patient advocacy means:
A) Making all healthcare decisions for the patient
B) Protecting the patient’s rights and promoting their best interests
C) Ensuring the patient follows hospital rules without question
D) Reporting the patient to authorities when they refuse care
Answer: B) Protecting the patient’s rights and promoting their best interests
Rationale:
Patient advocacy involves supporting patients’ autonomy, rights, and informed
decisions. Nurses act as intermediaries to ensure patients receive appropriate
,care and respect. Advocacy does not mean overriding patient autonomy or
enforcing rules without consideration.
4. The Code of Ethics for Nurses primarily guides nurses in:
A) Technical skills in patient care
B) Legal documentation procedures
C) Moral and professional behavior
D) Hospital administrative tasks
Answer: C) Moral and professional behavior
Rationale:
The Code of Ethics outlines the values, responsibilities, and standards for ethical
conduct in nursing practice. It helps nurses navigate moral dilemmas and maintain
professionalism, not specific technical skills or paperwork.
5. Which nursing role focuses on collaborating with the healthcare team to plan
and coordinate patient care?
A) Advocate
B) Coordinator
C) Educator
D) Manager
Answer: B) Coordinator
Rationale:
The coordinator role involves organizing and facilitating communication among
, healthcare professionals and services to ensure comprehensive care. Advocates
focus on patients’ rights, educators teach patients and families, and managers
oversee teams and resources.
6. A patient asks a nurse to explain their upcoming procedure. The nurse’s best
response is:
A) "It’s complicated; just trust the doctors."
B) "I’m not sure, but I’ll find out for you."
C) "The procedure involves inserting a small tube to help your breathing. Do you
have any questions?"
D) "You don’t need to know the details."
Answer: C) "The procedure involves inserting a small tube to help your
breathing. Do you have any questions?"
Rationale:
Clear, honest, and simple explanations help patients understand and reduce
anxiety. Offering to answer questions supports patient-centered care. Avoid
vague or dismissive answers and always ensure information is accurate and
appropriate.
7. Which of the following best describes evidence-based practice in nursing?
A) Care based on personal experience only
B) Using current, best research evidence to guide nursing decisions
FINAL VERSION 2 2025 NR-103 ACCURATE REAL
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS PLUS
RATIONALES| GUARANTEED PASS | LATEST
UPDATE | CHAMBERLAIN UNIVERSITY
1. What is the primary purpose of the Nursing Process?
A) To organize patient care and promote critical thinking
B) To complete paperwork efficiently
C) To ensure the nurse follows the doctor’s orders exactly
D) To document the patient’s history only
Answer: A) To organize patient care and promote critical thinking
Rationale:
The nursing process is a systematic, patient-centered approach that guides nurses
through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation to
provide effective care. It promotes critical thinking and decision-making tailored
to each patient's needs, not just completing paperwork or blindly following
orders.
,2. Which of the following is the best example of therapeutic communication?
A) "You’ll be fine, don’t worry about it."
B) "Tell me more about how you’re feeling today."
C) "Why didn’t you take your medication?"
D) "I don’t have time for that now."
Answer: B) "Tell me more about how you’re feeling today."
Rationale:
Therapeutic communication involves open-ended questions, active listening, and
empathy to support patients emotionally and encourage sharing. Option B invites
the patient to express feelings. The other options either dismiss concerns or use
judgmental tones.
3. A nurse recognizes that patient advocacy means:
A) Making all healthcare decisions for the patient
B) Protecting the patient’s rights and promoting their best interests
C) Ensuring the patient follows hospital rules without question
D) Reporting the patient to authorities when they refuse care
Answer: B) Protecting the patient’s rights and promoting their best interests
Rationale:
Patient advocacy involves supporting patients’ autonomy, rights, and informed
decisions. Nurses act as intermediaries to ensure patients receive appropriate
,care and respect. Advocacy does not mean overriding patient autonomy or
enforcing rules without consideration.
4. The Code of Ethics for Nurses primarily guides nurses in:
A) Technical skills in patient care
B) Legal documentation procedures
C) Moral and professional behavior
D) Hospital administrative tasks
Answer: C) Moral and professional behavior
Rationale:
The Code of Ethics outlines the values, responsibilities, and standards for ethical
conduct in nursing practice. It helps nurses navigate moral dilemmas and maintain
professionalism, not specific technical skills or paperwork.
5. Which nursing role focuses on collaborating with the healthcare team to plan
and coordinate patient care?
A) Advocate
B) Coordinator
C) Educator
D) Manager
Answer: B) Coordinator
Rationale:
The coordinator role involves organizing and facilitating communication among
, healthcare professionals and services to ensure comprehensive care. Advocates
focus on patients’ rights, educators teach patients and families, and managers
oversee teams and resources.
6. A patient asks a nurse to explain their upcoming procedure. The nurse’s best
response is:
A) "It’s complicated; just trust the doctors."
B) "I’m not sure, but I’ll find out for you."
C) "The procedure involves inserting a small tube to help your breathing. Do you
have any questions?"
D) "You don’t need to know the details."
Answer: C) "The procedure involves inserting a small tube to help your
breathing. Do you have any questions?"
Rationale:
Clear, honest, and simple explanations help patients understand and reduce
anxiety. Offering to answer questions supports patient-centered care. Avoid
vague or dismissive answers and always ensure information is accurate and
appropriate.
7. Which of the following best describes evidence-based practice in nursing?
A) Care based on personal experience only
B) Using current, best research evidence to guide nursing decisions
